Director, SEIT — Satellite Ground Systems & Test

Iridium Satellite LLC; Chandler (AZ); Hybrid; USD 200,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work policy

Stock options

Annual bonus

Medical, dental, vision

Job summary

Iridium Satellite LLC is seeking a Director of System Engineering, Integration and Test (SEIT) to lead the SEIT team for a Space Development Agency ground segment program. You will guide architecture, modeling, testing, and delivery while coordinating with senior stakeholders.

A Top-Secret clearance is required and hybrid office presence is expected. You will drive continuous improvement, manage risks, and mentor a large team to ensure successful execution of strategic objectives and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in aerospace engineering or related field is required.
• 15+ years of systems engineering, satellite operations, or ground systems software experience.
• Experience with large-scale development for US Government national security programs.

Responsibilities

• Lead a multidisciplinary SEIT team across architecture, modeling, test, and integration.
• Define and drive the SEIT strategy aligned with program objectives.
• Ensure rigorous SEIT processes, compliance, and mission assurance.
• Guide system analyses, trade studies, and interface definitions for data-informed decisions.
• Oversee program reviews (SRR, PDR, CDR, TRR, ORR) and milestone progress.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Strategic thinking

Cross-functional teamwork

Risk management

Mentorship

Project prioritization

Decision making

Education

Bachelor's degree in aerospace engineering

Master's degree in aerospace engineering

Job description

Iridium Satellite LLC is seeking a Director of System Engineering, Integration and Test (SEIT) to lead the SEIT team for a Space Development Agency ground segment program. You will guide architecture, modeling, testing, and delivery while coordinating with senior stakeholders.

A Top-Secret clearance is required and hybrid office presence is expected. You will drive continuous improvement, manage risks, and mentor a large team to ensure successful execution of strategic objectives and